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Dog has a toe blister and won't stop licking. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 3 months old | 25 lbs

My dog is a Maltese/poodle and he has a blister in between his "toes" the blister has a white spot , looks like it's ready to pop sort of. He constantly licks it. What can I do?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 6th, 2017

You can try Epsom salt bath a couple times a day, combine this with an e-collar around hi neck so he can't lick his leg anymore. if the issue persists- take Louie to the vet in order to get it treated.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 19th, 2020

    Thank you for contacting Petcoach with your question about Gio. Poor boy. He may have an infection causing the blisters. It's clearly bothering him a lot because he's licking. Put a cone on him tonight to stop this behavior, and if you don't have one at home, I will put a link below on how to make one. Then have him seen by a vet in the morning to have this treated. Best of luck. http://dogsaholic.com/care/homemade-dog-cone.html

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    Answered By Amber W

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on January 5th, 2018

    From what you're describing this could be an infection, lick granuloma, interdigital cyst, tumor, or benign growth on Marley's foot. You can try using an e-collar to prevent him from licking the toe. You can also use a few tablespoons of Epsom salts added to a gallon of warm water to soak his foot once daily for a few days. If Marley's foot does not heal or improve in the next few days I'd recommend he be examined by your veterinarian. He may need to have samples of the area taken to determine what is causing the change and he may need prescription medication like an antibiotic to allow it to heal. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and I hope the issue resolves quickly for Marley!

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